Alexandros Passalis studied Business Administration in the University of Piraeus and has been awarded a M.Sc degree in Tourism Marketing from Bournemouth University. He has also received a Postgraduate Certificate in Hospitality Operations from Glion Institute of Higher Education. He is currently the General Manager of Alex Beach Hotel & Bungalows in Rhodes and founder of the ‘’Passalis Family’’ brand, which is involved in the production of the award winning ‘‘Alexandros Olive Grove’’ extra virgin olive oil as well as other local products in the island of Rhodes.